• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer Not-for-Profit organisation
• Full time, permanent contract
• Hybrid working environment, working from home, and centrally located office
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive cancer research funding
• Opportunity to lead and innovate in research governance and integrity

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The Strategy and Support Division collaborates with individuals, clinicians, researchers, and policymakers to reduce inequities and improve cancer outcomes for all. The Research Governance team, part of the Research Governance and Business Operations unit, oversees research integrity and governance, manages funding for Victorian researchers, and supports internal researchers in maintaining professional standards through the Cancer Council Victoria’s research governance and integrity service.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Research Governance Projects Lead to join the Research Governance Division. Reporting to the Manager, Research Governance, your role is to:

• Lead projects that enhance research grants funding, governance, ethics and integrity activities.
• Provide operational support to the research governance program, including coordinating phases of the research grants program.
• Analyse data and information to assess the impact of research investment, inform decision-making and improve funding strategies.
• Support the Human Research Ethics Committee and activities to ensure research governance standards are met.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximise program outcomes.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Project management experience and proven organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to collect, analyse, interpret and clearly and confidently communicate data and information.
• Excellent relationship management skills, including the ability to develop positive working relationships with a range of key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, initiative, and willingness to learn new skills.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $81,536 to $91,674 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Renee Clapham on (03) 9514 6255 or Renee.Clapham@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close: 30 October 2024 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.